Lemon Vibes room
Look, I'll be honest – when I first saw Lemon Vibes room listed as a one-star place, I almost kept scrolling.
Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw Lemon Vibes room listed as a one-star place, I almost kept scrolling. But you know what? Sometimes the ratings system just doesn’t capture what a place is really about, and this little gem in Harlem is proof of that.
The room sits right on West 139th Street, and I mean, you’re basically in the heart of one of New York’s most vibrant neighborhoods. I stayed here last spring, and honestly, stepping out the door felt like being dropped into the real pulse of the city – not the touristy Manhattan everyone expects, but the authentic, lived-in New York that locals actually call home. The brownstones along this stretch are gorgeous (you’ll spend way too much time just walking around admiring the architecture), and you’re maybe a ten-minute walk to some of the best soul food spots I’ve ever encountered. There’s this little place around the corner that does cornbread that’ll ruin you for all other cornbread, but I digress.
Now, about the actual room – it’s small, sure, and the amenities are pretty basic, but here’s the thing: it’s clean, the bed was surprisingly comfortable, and there’s something almost charming about how stripped-down everything is. No fancy lobby or concierge desk, just a straightforward space that does exactly what it promises. The owner was actually around when I checked in, super friendly guy who gave me the real scoop on the neighborhood – which subway entrance to avoid during rush hour, where to grab decent coffee at 6 AM, that sort of insider knowledge you can’t get from guidebooks. I will say the walls are a bit thin, so if you’re a light sleeper, maybe pack earplugs, but honestly, the street noise becomes this weird urban lullaby after the first night. And speaking of practical stuff – there’s street parking if you’re driving, though good luck with that on weekends. The A and B trains are your best bet, and you’re close enough to the express stops that getting down to Midtown is actually pretty painless. What really struck me was how this place manages to feel both budget-friendly and genuinely welcoming at the same time, which is rarer than you’d think in this city. It’s not trying to be something it’s not, and there’s something refreshing about that approach – especially when you’re paying a fraction of what those sterile hotel chains charge for basically the same level of comfort.
Guest Reviews
If I wasn’t so busy with work I wouldn’t have stayed there. Way too exspensive for what it is. New York or not .
It was easy to get into mid town
What could be improved: The apartment was misleading . The address posted a nicer neighborhood a couple blocks away made it seem like it was in a better area than it was. I saw a roach on my last night
Everything was so perfect
Everything was perfect
I felt loke home amd safe.
The property was clean and homey since arrival.
What could be improved: Nothing really, but if you are going to spend the day downtown is a little far
Exceptional
The host was really nice and communication was great. The room and the bathroom was clean and everything felt very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay! :)
Great service
Great service
Stylish, urban, convenient.
arriving to the location was convenient via bus or train. We arrived after a long travel day and had a little trouble but after calling the host, we were still able to enter with ease via secure keypad. The kitchen was fully stocked with croissants, gender tea, coffee, a mini fridge of bottled water and more! We were met with a hallway where a series of beautifully decorated rooms showed us to our private room. I felt safe knowing we could lock our door and get back in with a PIN.
The bathroom was directly next to our room and the shower was delightful. Bring your own toiletries if you’re speicific—otherwise this brilliant place had it all!
We had the “Los Angeles” room and the lights and decorations made up for the view. We had vibrant yellows and blues which reminded me of one of my favorite cities. There were clean linens and the room was spotless, complete with complimentary snacks. 10/10 overall, would recommend to traveling workers, young people and small families.
What could be improved: The initial entry was a little confusing since we showed up later than check-in, but we were quickly able to contact the host and get it sorted.
Nice place!
This place had many perks quite house for the most part , it came with snacks and drinks in the room , smart tv heater towels , full mirror and a robe. Each room comes with own lock code. I felt safe when leaving my belongings there and had plenty of privacy . Coffee and other treats were available in the well kept kitchen . Cleanliness was a 10! The building is on a street with other apartments. Elevator is an old school pull open door. Although there was smoking in the stairwell and a funny odor at main entrance, I did feel safe here. It’s about a 10 min walk to 125 or 7 min walk to 145 convenient to local bars and lounges. The neighbor itself is busy they OUTSIDEEEEEEEE!!!! LOL but that’s NY !! with a grocery store 4 min away . Liquor stores and bodegas right around the block it was easy to grab my goods and get ready to hit the streeetttssss!!!!My arrival was easy, quick access in and out. Would recommend for convenience and location as I was coming for a friends bday who stayed uptown it was easy to connect for all of our excursions, this is a budget friendly alternative to an hotel!!
What could be improved: Storage space
Great accommodation! Better than the advertisement
This place is actually so much better than the advertisement. Located in the center of Harlem and nearby to so many restaurants, supermarkets, and subways. It has self-service breakfast (cereals, bread, fruits, etc.) for the guests, and the coffee machine was a champion! The bathroom was nice, and there's hot water. The kitchen has sitting areas to hang out in as well. I will definitely be coming back to stay here.
What could be improved: n/a
Very Good
value for money.
What could be improved: no bathroom mat to step onto when coming out of shower.
New York is very expensive, finding affordable clean accommodation like this a challenge.
For me this was a last minute booking and as this is more an AibB&B than a hotel, Max responded very quick. The room is good with 3 free beverages in the fridge, in a shared kitchen, there is tea and coffee for free and you can prepare a meal. The shared bathroom is clean and good hygiene, everything you need is there including a washing machine. Max like LED lights, you'll find them everywhere
What could be improved: The room is certainly not without noises from outside, it is a quite street but when people talk outside you can hear it well. The entrance is not very attactive
Location
Surroundings
What's nearby:
- Mill Pond Park1.8 km
- Moore Playground1.3 km
- Jackie Robinson Park850 m
- Saint Nicholas Park Dog Run900 m
- Alexander Hamilton Playground1.1 km
- Courtney Callender Playground1.3 km
- Colonel Charles Young Triangle1.1 km
- Harlem River Park and Greenway1 km
- Colonel Charles Young Playground400 m
- The Robert L. Clinkscales Playground and Community Garden600 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant McDonald's150 m
- Restaurant King's Chef250 m
- Restaurant Ponty Bistro200 m
Top attractions:
- Bronx Zoo7 km
- Bryant Park8 km
- Central Park5 km
- Top of the Rock8 km
- Chrysler Building8 km
- Strawberry Fields5 km
- Rockefeller Center8 km
- Museum of Modern Art7 km
- Empire State Building9 km
- Metropolitan Museum of Art5 km
Natural Beauty:
- Lake Indian Pond5 km
- Peak Long Hill (61m)6 km
Public transit:
- Train125th Street2 km
- Train Yankees - East 153rd Street2 km
- Subway145 Th Street Lenox Avenue Line500 m
- Subway135 Th Street Irt Lenox Avenue Line650 m
Closest Airports:
- La Guardia Airport10 km
- Teterboro Airport16 km
- New York Skyports Seaplane Base11 km
Lemon Vibes room
New York, United States
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